Castelmezzano Black Pig Guanciale

Castelmezzano Black Pig Guanciale

Castelmezzano Black Pig Guanciale is one of the finest cured meats in the Lucanian tradition, handcrafted by Giampiero in the heart of the Lucanian Dolomites. Made from the cheeks of the Lucanian Black Pig, it stands out for its soft texture, rich marbling and intense flavour, expressing the exceptional quality of traditional pork curing in Basilicata.

Traditional Farming and Long Curing

Castelmezzano Black Pig Guanciale comes from pigs raised with respect for nature and fed according to traditional methods. After careful salting, the meat is left to rest long enough for the salt and aromatic seasonings to penetrate deeply, before undergoing a slow process of artisanal curing that enhances its aromas, texture and complexity. The result is a cured meat with a balanced flavour, where elegant sweet and spicy notes blend beautifully with the meat's natural savouriness.

Perfect for Carbonara, Amatriciana and Charcuterie Boards

Castelmezzano Black Pig Guanciale is the ideal ingredient for preparing Carbonara, Amatriciana and other great classics of Italian cooking. It is also delicious thinly sliced on boards of cured meats or served on rustic bread, representing one of the gastronomic treasures of Basilicata. Giampiero's philosophy, focused on quality rather than quantity, makes this guanciale an authentic product for those seeking genuine flavours and artisan craftsmanship.

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